Pamela Leman
Las Cruces,NM
Overview
2019
2019
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School
08.1996 - 07.2018
- Developed individualized education plans to address diverse learning needs of students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom environment and student engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust instructional strategies.
- Designed and delivered adaptive lesson plans tailored to varying learning styles and abilities.
- Provided mentorship and training for new special education staff, fostering professional development.
- Evaluated educational programs for effectiveness, recommending improvements based on student outcomes and feedback.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive educational and emotional support for students.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
- Implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring personalized support.
- Utilized data from student assessments to tailor instruction, resulting in more effective learning outcomes.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Reduced feelings of isolation among students with special needs by implementing inclusive classroom practices.
- Guided students through transition planning processes, preparing them for post-secondary education and employment opportunities.
- Created culturally responsive classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among students.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
Instructional Professional Support Person
Chelmsford High School
08.1993 - 05.1996
- Worked one-on-one with student diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Level 1
- Interfaced with teachers and parents, as well as with student, to facilitate student learning
- Worked with student to redirect attention, minimize socially and/or hygienically inappropriate behaviors, clarify communication between student and teachers, as well as student and classmates
- Worked directly with student and his parents, assisting student in efforts to integrate academically and socially in regular education classrooms
Teaching Assistant Volunteer
Lighthouse School Inc.
1992 - 1993
- Assisted lead instructor in developing lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated small group discussions to encourage student engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt teaching strategies for diverse learning needs.
- Provided feedback on student assignments to enhance understanding and performance.
- Helped to maintain a productive, nurturing, and safe learning environment in the classroom.
- Organized educational resources, ensuring accessibility for both students and staff.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs within the same classroom setting.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and multimedia resources into lesson plans.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Team collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Instructional strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Special education
- Parent communications
- Social skills development
- Behavior intervention plans
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Literacy intervention
- Visual supports
- Behavior modifications
- Student support
- Curriculum adjustments
- Progress evaluations
- Student records management
- Assistive technology
- Instructional adaptation
- Emotional support
- Behavior modification
- Social skills training
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Assessment strategies
- Positive role model
- Community resource referrals
- Assessment administration
- Disability assessment testing
- Data collection
- Autism spectrum
- Excellent classroom management
- Paraprofessional oversight
- IEP implementation
- Transition planning
- Personal hygiene support
- IEP development
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Student needs assessment
- Written communication
My Favorite New Paper Mache Clay Recipe Made with Easy “DIY Glue”
- This new recipe for paper mache clay doesn’t use PVA glue, so you can use any brand of pre-mixed drywall joint compound.
- The original idea for using “home-made glue” in paper mache clay came from Rich, “The Ghoulish Cop.” Thanks, Rich!
- I recently simplified Rich’s recipe so it’s now much easier to make. It only takes a few minutes to mix it up in your kitchen, and it uses inexpensive ingredients that you probably already have on hand.
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- As a handy resource, print the following page and keep the recipe on hand for your next sculpting adventure. If you run into any problems with the recipe or have some questions, watch the video on this page or leave a comment so we can help.
- Have fun!
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- UltimatePaperMache.com/patterns
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No-Glue Recipe for Paper Mache Clay
- For the DIY glue/paste:
- In a small saucepan, mix:
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons white flour
- Whisk together thoroughly to remove any lumps. Then add:
- 1 teaspoon corn starch
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 capful (about a teaspoon) of white vinegar.
- Whisk again until well mixed. Put the pan on a burner set to Medium to Medium-High heat, and stir constantly until the mixture thickens. Then stir another minute until you start to see bubbles, and the mixture comes together.
- Put the mixture into a heat-proof container and allow to cool.
- For the paper mache clay:
- In a medium size bowl, mix:
- 1/2 cup wet toilet paper (24 grams dry, 110 grams wet – see video)
- 1/2 cup pre-mixed drywall joint compound, any brand
- All of the ‘glue’ you made previously
- When the paper has mixed in completely and there are no lumps, add:
- 1/2 cup corn starch, divided
- Put about half of the corn starch into the bowl, and mix well. Then add the rest. If the paper mache clay starts to get too stiff for the motor on your mixer, or if it tries to ride up the beaters, you can finish mixing by hand with a spoon.
- To make the paper mache clay the consistency you like, add:
- More corn starch, a little at a time.
- When the mixture is too stiff to mix with a spoon, turn it onto a work table and kneed by hand. When it’s very close to the way you want it, add:
- 1 capful (about 1 teaspoon) of mineral oil, baby oil, or linseed oil
- Kneed the clay some more to mix in the oil. Add more corn starch if needed.
- Your new paper mache clay is now ready to use. Keep it in a plastic bag to keep it from drying out. If you can’t use it within a few days, store it in the refrigerator. You can use your new paper mache clay for almost any pattern or project on my site. If you try this new recipe, be sure to let us know if you like it or not.
- 2024 Jonni Good - https://www.ultimatepapermache.com
Timeline
Special Education Teacher - Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School
08.1996 - 07.2018
Instructional Professional Support Person - Chelmsford High School
08.1993 - 05.1996
Eastern Nazarene College - Master of Science, Special Education
University of Madsachusetts - Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
Teaching Assistant Volunteer - Lighthouse School Inc.
1992 - 1993